Water Bladders or Hydration Reservoirs have been around for years, and most people would have heard of Camelbak who were one of the pioneers of the technology which has been adopted by a wide range of sports people, professionals, and military personnel alike. Water bladders are a convenient and easy way to stay hydrated when performing sports activities such as hiking and running where time is often of the essence. With water or other liquids readily available with the simple bite action on the bite valve. With a huge range of capacities carrying a water bladder means you are less likely to ..read more

A Hiking Tent is a niche item. A Hiking Tent needs to be compact enough to fit inside a backpack, light enough to be carried for hours or days on end and easily assembled, and disassembled. In addition to these features, a Hiking Tent must be robust, as repairs along the trail are not always possible. For that reason, Hiking Tents can often be classed as a specialty item, with certain brands being considered the best or better than other brands. Brands such as Nemo or Marmot thrive in the world of outdoor backpacking or hiking, and their products are a clear-cut reflection of this and are of ..read more

The humble duffel bag is the ultimate gear hauler. Duffel bags come in all kinds of shapes and sizes and can be made of various materials. Some are round and cylindrical, and others are more rectangular. Regardless they can all store and transport oodles of stuff. The traditional duffel bag it was typically carried by two grab handles and carried by your side or using the shoulder strap, slung over one’s shoulder. But more often now, duffel bags can be found with backpack straps, making duffels even more versatile. Duffel bags can be used as overnight bags, gym bags, gear storage or even tra ..read more

Like most things when it comes to hiking, a sleeping bag needs to be small, compact, but comfortable and ultimately warm. It seems like a lot to ask, but with ongoing technological advances, you can most certainly have your cake and eat it too!What are the different types of Hiking Sleeping Bags? Just like camping sleeping bags, hiking sleeping bags come in all shapes, sizes and temperature ratings and can be filled with natural fibres such as downor have a synthetic fill. Rectangular Sleeping Bags: Rectangular sleeping bags are the most traditional shape; they tend to be seen as room and ha ..read more

What’s the best sleeping mat for me? Sleeping mats come in an almost endless range of size, shapes, colours, features and benefits and can range from less than $10 to well over $400. Deciding what is going to be the best sleeping mat for you can be a difficult process and there a several things that you should take into consideration before making a purchase. One of the most important features is of course comfort, and when it comes to comfort there are many variables that influence the level of comfort a mat can provide. Some of these variables you need to consider is the climate and terr ..read more

A sleeping bag is something that most people have used or owned in their lifetime, whether it was used for a school camp or if you and your family are long time, seasoned campers. But not all sleeping bags are created equal and not all sleeping bags can be used year round or are suitable for every single trip you undertake. What is the purpose of a sleeping bag? The purpose of a sleeping bag is to keep the user warm by trapping body heat. The comfort ratings developed for sleeping bags are developed for the average person. The purpose of a sleeping bag is to keep the user warm by trapping b ..read more

Sleeping Bag Liners are placed on the inside of your sleeping bag. There are several key reasons to use a sleeping bag liner, and these include additional warmth, hygiene and to extend the life of your sleeping bag. What are the key benefits of a sleeping bag liner? Warmth: One of the key reasons people use sleeping bag liners, is for extra warmth. Just like sheets on a bed, a sleeping bag liner can add different levels of warmth depending on what it is made of. Sleeping bag liners can be made of light weight silk, cotton, or a combination of both, further sleeping bag liners can be made of ..read more

Lets get the low down on down. If you have ever spent a night outdoors, either camping or hiking and you spent the whole night shivering and desperately awaiting the sun rise, then you understand the need for a quality sleeping bag with the right temperature rating. Down are the fine under-feathers that provide superior insulation and warmth in waterfowl (ducks, geese). Down has long been used as the epitome of warmth and luxury in beds, pillows, doonas, duvets, jackets and…. You guessed it, sleeping bags. Down as a filling is more expensive but has a better weight to warmth ration and can ..read more

Hiking is a great way to get out and experience first-hand the great outdoors in all its glory. Hiking can be as simple as a day trip in a National Park right through to an epic 14-day adventure or longer. Hiking is similar to backpacking wear you have everything you need to survive right there in your backpack, Including items such as a Hiking Tent, Hiking Stove and Cookware, Hiking Mats and Pillows, Clothing and Food. All these items are generally made to be extremely lightweight and compact to allow for you to easily store and carry while adventuring. What Do I Need to Go Hiking? The ..read more

Daypacks are the perfect solution for the traveller who wants to leave most of their gear at their base location, and carry the smaller important items like passports, wallets, cards, and cameras. A daypack is also the perfect solution for any outdoor activity that requires you to carry more gear than you can put in your pockets. Daypacks come in all shapes, from backpack attachable, to stowaway compactable, and a practical daypack will help make your day-to-day activities easier to complete and help you on your journey.   Daypacks are not only for hiking, or travel but are common ..read more